🎙️ In this episode, I sit down with Dylan Desjardins, Vice President of Operations at TCU Development Corporation, to talk about what it takes to deliver purpose-built multifamily housing at scale in one of Canada’s most dynamic markets.
With over a decade of experience in real estate development and investment management, Dylan has overseen projects from acquisition through stabilization — guiding more than $500 million in completed developments and another half-billion in the pipeline. His journey at TCU, from Account Manager to VP, has given him a 360-degree view of the development process and what it takes to build communities that empower residents while delivering exceptional returns.
What stood out most in our conversation is how Dylan brings context to the development process — from constructability and energy efficiency to navigating market challenges and ensuring design excellence. His leadership shines through in projects like the 291-unit Robinson Avenue development in Ottawa, which set a new bar for innovation in both wood-frame and concrete construction.
In this episode, we dive into:
(1) Lessons Dylan has learned growing his career within a single organization
(2) How to manage the full development lifecycle with discipline and agility
(3) The role of innovation and sustainability in shaping the next wave of multifamily housing
(4) Why collaboration and forward-thinking leadership are essential in today’s market
Dylan’s perspective is sharp, practical, and forward-looking — a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of development, investment strategy, and leadership in multifamily real estate.
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